Who makes the best wine – France or the New World wine producers? Some years ago the answer would have been a firm nod towards France, but now winemakers in the New World are making really well-crafted, fruit-driven styles that really shine. And, interestingly, France is now also using modern winemaking methods that produce fruitier wines too – so the choice for everyday wines is harder to make.

The France vs New World mixed case costs £70 and includes three bottles each of the following four wines.

Domaine du Mage Sauvignon Blanc 2008, France: Fresh, clean modern made Sauvignon from the south of France with crisp, grassy fruit and a touch of lemons and limes – delicious!

Welmoed Sauvignon Blanc 2009, South Africa: South Africa makes very French-style Sauvignon and this excellent example from Stellenbosch has clean green fruit with touches of grass, figs and lime – perfect with most fish dishes.

Wild Pig Merlot 2008, France: Modern made French wine that displays bright fruited plum and blackberry flavours with a faint touch of spice. Great with pork or most white meats.

Kintu Merlot 2008, Chile: Chile’s wines go from strength to strength and the prices remain stable and very affordable. This lovely Merlot is smooth with ripe plum and red berry flavours and is a good partner with grilled meats in particular.

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If you would like to buy unmixed or mixed cases of wines that you have particularly liked from The Oxford Times Wine Club at the same special discounted prices, please contact Theo Sloot at The Oxford Wine Company on 01865 301144 or email theo@oxfordwine.co.uk